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as in integrating
to make a part of a body or system
they must embody their ideas in substantial institutions if they are to survive
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as in expressing
to represent in visible form
George Washington embodied so many of the virtues that Americans hold dear
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Recent Examples of embodying
To @bleach37 my husband, thank you for embodying each of these characteristics so beautifully.
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Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
Guerin has repeatedly stressed the importance of building a complementary team rather than just a collection of all-stars, with Trocheck embodying that sentiment.
—Vincent Z. Mercogliano, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
Unlike more public figures of the regime, Martín operated largely behind the scenes, embodying the financial-intelligence nexus that helped sustain the regime amid sanctions and economic collapse.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2026
Jenner characterized Emporio Armani as embodying chic and effortless vibes, and said that the brand knows how to keep itself young and fun.
—Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 6 Jan. 2026
Who condemned queerness very publicly in their ConneXion videos, while embodying it privately.
—Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 6 Jan. 2026
Even so, embodying Lee and choreographing her intense movements proved to be demanding for the seasoned actress.
—Andrew McGowan, Variety, 6 Jan. 2026
This lamp was designed by Giancarlo Fassina and Michele De Lucchi for Artemide in 1987, embodying a sense of shameless functionality.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 6 Jan. 2026
In Blue Zones, residents tend to enjoy remarkable health and unexpected longevity—and in the Caribbean, there's an entire island embodying this health-first, preservation-minded ethos.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 4 Jan. 2026
Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
Guerin has repeatedly stressed the importance of building a complementary team rather than just a collection of all-stars, with Trocheck embodying that sentiment.
—Vincent Z. Mercogliano, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
Unlike more public figures of the regime, Martín operated largely behind the scenes, embodying the financial-intelligence nexus that helped sustain the regime amid sanctions and economic collapse.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2026
Jenner characterized Emporio Armani as embodying chic and effortless vibes, and said that the brand knows how to keep itself young and fun.
—Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 6 Jan. 2026
Who condemned queerness very publicly in their ConneXion videos, while embodying it privately.
—Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 6 Jan. 2026
Even so, embodying Lee and choreographing her intense movements proved to be demanding for the seasoned actress.
—Andrew McGowan, Variety, 6 Jan. 2026
This lamp was designed by Giancarlo Fassina and Michele De Lucchi for Artemide in 1987, embodying a sense of shameless functionality.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 6 Jan. 2026
In Blue Zones, residents tend to enjoy remarkable health and unexpected longevity—and in the Caribbean, there's an entire island embodying this health-first, preservation-minded ethos.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 4 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for embodying
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Our research has described the needs of callers who reach out to 211, community capacity to respond to callers’ needs, the ability of 211 to detect rapid changes in community needs, and the benefits of integrating health referrals into 211s.—
Matthew W. Kreuter,
CNN Money,
8 Nov. 2025
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Future work will focus on integrating snow-deposition modeling with PV yield simulations to more accurately predict energy losses and on expanding analyses to more complex, uneven alpine terrain.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Nov. 2025
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However, one woman recently shared a personal experience when expressing genuine emotion clashed with workplace expectations.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
9 Nov. 2025
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Spoelstra was remarkably upbeat before the game, offering gratitude for the outpouring of support from the NBA community and expressing relief that nobody was injured in the inferno.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
8 Nov. 2025
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These topics aren’t inherently popular with millennials and Gen Z, but agronejo has helped to draw in a younger audience by incorporating electronic beats and drawing from baile funk, a popular rhythmic form born in Brazil’s predominantly Black working-class neighborhoods in the 1980s.—
Carolina Abbott Galvão,
The Dial,
6 Jan. 2026
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Kristin Keyes, the founder of Kristin Keyes Interiors also in Nashville, loves incorporating antique wooden tables into dining rooms.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
6 Jan. 2026
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Lawrence is superb at exemplifying Grace’s confusion.—
Shirley Li,
The Atlantic,
6 Nov. 2025
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According to Pharr, Gordon has earned 18 college credit hours and received a 24 on the ACT, further exemplifying his commitment to success and readiness for college-level work.—
Katie Nixon,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Nov. 2025
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An immigrant can live here for life without ever assimilating into our language or culture.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
3 Jan. 2026
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Despite personality friction within the reggae-assimilating band even after decades of inactivity as a unit, The Police successfully undertook a lucrative reunion world tour from 2007-2008 that reportedly earned the group over $360 million, becoming one of the highest grossing tours of all-time.—
Mike Alleyne,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Previously, the movie ended on a grand wide shot of Hellhounds surrounding the house, symbolizing that Mia’s house was the new hub of evil like Norma’s house once was.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Nov. 2025
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Following its Paris debut, Keigan opened its first flagship store in a historic building on Shanghai’s West Nanjing Road, symbolizing its commitment to aesthetic co-creation.—
Li Jun,
Footwear News,
2 Nov. 2025
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By personifying the ball as a sidekick, children are invited to practice ball control while also developing empathy and responsibility.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
3 Nov. 2025
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Her leadership approach offers small business owners a clear model for how personifying a company strengthens teams, builds resilience, and ensures longevity beyond the founder.—
Dan Ringo,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Adults, too, are carrying that weight, manifesting as stress, trauma and grief after climate disasters such as floods and wildfires.—
Melissa Jun Rowley,
Rolling Stone,
28 Oct. 2025
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Expedia’s data also suggests travelers in 2026 are going for variety, manifesting in ways like mix-and-match itineraries, off-peak trips, and unique destinations.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
26 Oct. 2025
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“Embodying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embodying. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.
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